ChocolatePagesNetwork.com founder Pam Perry, said, "Here members will find literary PR experts and fellow authors who are willing to share tips on how to get out there." Perry is a literary publicist, agent and pioneer in the ministry marketing field. Her company, Ministry Marketing Solutions Inc., works with publishers and self-published authors targeting the African American Christian market.

Christian authors, aspiring authors, book club members, book industry professionals, book store owners, freelance writers, graphic artists, journalists, multi-media professionals, publicists and readers will now have the ability to share a platform and connect with one another in a ministry and industry forum.

"The ChocolatePagesNetwork.com site is unique because it is the only site that provides a social media community for people with a wide range of interests and experience in the book industry - while also encouraging members with Christian love and prayer as they market the message of Jesus," said Perry.

As a social media web site, ChocolatePagesNetwork.com lets members interact and connect with similar skills and interests while also expanding their databases of professional contacts.

"There are so many gifted, anointed writers out there just waiting to be recognized by the world," said Perry.

"With ChocolatePagesNetwork.com, people never need give up their hopes and dreams. Our site will take them to the next level, using the power of social networking to get recognized and get connected."

ChocolatePagesNetwork.com also facilitates exposure with industry experts, best-selling authors by giving members the ability to prominently feature contact information and links back to an official web page. There will also be cross promotion on ChocolatePagesNetwork.com with Blogtalkradio.com on The Chocolate Pages Show as well as on other web 2.0 sites such as Myspace, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Promotion on ChocolatePagesNetwork.com will help people gain exposure for their books which will equate with more book signings, sales and speaking opportunities as well as allowing for the exchange of ideas, innovative branding advice and prayer.

"We encourage everyone to promote their talent and their work via blogs, video or by posting a news items or calendar events. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream. We are the children of the dream. Our time has come - and this social network is part of what will make it come true," concluded Perry.

The social network, run through ConnectPlatform.com, is available at: www.ChocolatePagesNetwork.com

Thursday, September 11, 2008

High-heeled decorated chocolate shoes were the signature trademark of the Women of Excellence high tea celebration last Friday at Detroit’s Historic Gem Theatre.

Fifty of Metro Detroit’s professional women were celebrated and awarded with engraved serving trays and decorated chocolate shoes provided by National City Bank, the presenting sponsor.

From Detroit’s Chief of Police Ella Bully-Cummings to Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks-Kilpatrick these women represented the professionals in our community who continue to strive for excellence.

These African-American women were nominated for their dedication, integrity, high standards, proven records of success, contributions, and unwavering courage as leaders in the African-American community.Beautiful teacups and fresh flowers graced the tabletops while the women were pampered with champagne, refreshments and decadent deserts. The Michigan Chronicle along with National City, McDonald’s, Global Hue, Carol’s Daughter, Mercedes Benz, Green Room Spa, Mahogany Tasters, Korbel and MGM Grand Detroit Casino produced the special event.

“As we continue to strive for excellence, despite these peculiar times we are living in, let’s remember that we are all women of excellence,” said Cheeks-Kilpatrick.

Detroit’s famous on-air personality, John Mason emceed the event that included more than 150 guests of the honorees.

“We celebrate the Women of Excellence in our community because they are courageous, extraordinary and uphold the highest levels of conviction,” said Karen Love, Chief Operating Officer of the Michigan Chronicle. “We have a sanctuary of professional women in Detroit who continue to help build a community of pillars and for that we are proud.”

This event will mark an annual celebration of such women in Detroit. These women have helped to build, fortify and propel Detroit to its Renaissance. They strut their stuff, wielding their power to build bridges, filling gaps that fortify the community. In the words of Oprah Winfrey, “Though I'm grateful for the blessings of wealth, it hasn't changed who I am. My feet are still on the ground. I'm just wearing better shoes.” This message was given to the women with their decorated high-heeled chocolate shoes; representing their grace, grandeur, power, elegance and style.

Pam Perry

About Me

Pam Perry has been helping authors/speakers catapult their business careers for more than 10 years.
Pam Perry is a PR Coach & Social Media Evangelist. Putting YOU in the spotlight. Tips to help you build your platform, promote your brand & bring in business! http://www.socialmediaprsolutions.com
We offer social media management, podcasting & online video services, local search submissions, keyword research, SEO copy writing, guest blogging placement services, journalist outreach for online press coverage, social media training, article development, blog tours & social media campaigns & contests
Hear the weekly radio show http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ministrymarketingsolutions
As an award-winning publicist & social media strategist, she has represented numerous clients securing media such as Oprah, Essence, Ebony, Publishers' Weekly, Tom Joyner Morning Show, Steve Harvey Show, Fox News and more.
MMS has created social media marketing campaigns for movies such as The Secret Life of Bees and Not Easily Broken.
She is the winner of several awards in social media and book publicity.